Lead Manufacturing Technician

At Digital Building Components, a member of the DPR Construction Family of Companies, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below, defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role, are a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.

As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary

Leads advanced manufacturing operations by providing deep technical expertise and operational oversight across complex production processes. Ensures sustained production performance by owning process stability, resolving high-impact technical issues, and guiding technical execution across shifts or work areas. Strengthens manufacturing capability by serving as a primary technical resource, influencing process standards, and supporting strategic manufacturing initiatives. Drives operational consistency and risk mitigation by anticipating issues and aligning technical solutions with quality, safety, and production objectives. Enables continuous improvement and knowledge continuity by coordinating technical activities and supporting the development of technical talent.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads the operation, setup, and optimization of highly complex manufacturing equipment and integrated production systems to ensure consistent output and product quality.
• Resolves the most complex and high-risk equipment, process, or quality issues, applying advanced diagnostics and coordinating corrective actions across functions as needed.
• Owns critical manufacturing processes or work cells, ensuring adherence to standard and non-standard operating procedures and driving process stability.
• Analyzes advanced production, quality, and equipment performance data to identify systemic improvement opportunities and implement sustainable solutions.
• Guides, coaches, and provides technical direction to technicians, supporting skill development, work prioritization, and consistent execution of best practices.
• Partners with engineering, quality, and operations teams to support new product introductions, technology transfers, and significant process changes.
• Influences the development, validation, and governance of manufacturing standards, safety protocols, and technical documentation across the production environment.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.
• Vocational/Technical Diploma in manufacturing, industrial technology, a related field, or equivalent experience preferred.

Work Experience

• 6 – 9 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment, operating, troubleshooting, and optimizing complex manufacturing equipment or machinery, or a related field required.

Certifications and Licenses

• None

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.